CVE-2020-11179: Race Condition
Arbitrary read and write to kernel addresses by temporarily overwriting ring buffer pointer and creating a race condition. in Snapdragon Auto, Snapdragon Compute, Snapdragon Connectivity, Snapdragon Consumer IOT, Snapdragon Industrial IOT, Snapdragon Mobile, Snapdragon Voice & Music, Snapdragon Wearables
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Event History
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the severity of CVE-2020-11179?
CVE-2020-11179 is classified as a critical vulnerability due to its potential to allow arbitrary read and write operations to kernel memory.
How do I fix CVE-2020-11179?
To address CVE-2020-11179, software vendors should apply the latest security patches provided by Qualcomm for the affected devices.
Which devices are affected by CVE-2020-11179?
CVE-2020-11179 affects multiple Qualcomm Snapdragon platforms, including Android devices, Snapdragon Auto, and more.
What are the potential impacts of CVE-2020-11179?
Exploitation of CVE-2020-11179 can lead to severe outcomes, such as unauthorized access to sensitive data or unauthorized control over devices.
Is there a workaround for CVE-2020-11179?
Currently, there is no known workaround for CVE-2020-11179; applying security patches is the recommended mitigation.